WhatsApp Scam Targets UAE Users: TRA Warns
Daniyal Sohail Published November 08, 2018 | 08:42 PM
WhatsApp users in UAE have been alerted about a scam doing the rounds that trick them into clicking a malicious link.
ISLAMABAD, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 8th Nov, 2018 ) :WhatsApp users in UAE have been alerted about a scam doing the rounds that trick them into clicking a malicious link.
Some random messages have apparently landed in the inboxes of consumers, enticing them to download the so-called app called "WhatsApp Gold." The UAE's Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) said on Thursday that such links should be avoided, as they can undermine people's privacy. Users should also exercise with caution when they encounter other third-party applications.
"Beware of WhatsApp Gold and other third-party applications that claim to include special features," the TRA said on Twitter.
"Such applications are unsafe and threaten your privacy, Gulf news Reported.
" This scam could steal WhatsApp accounts Hoax message alert: WhatsApp ending tomorrow? Security experts in other markets had earlier issued warnings about fraudulent links sent out to WhatsApp users.
The National Fraud and Cyber Crime Reporting Centre in the UK said that consumers are being tricked by scammers into downloading a fake version of WhatsApp that's only designed to infect mobile phones with malware.
"The scam messages claim to offer enhanced features used by celebrities. Victims are urged to sign up via a link provided," said the centre on its website.
"After clicking on the link, you will be redirected to a fake page and your Android device will become infected with malware."
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